"The Homestead"

Best Offer by 22 September @ 12 noon Unless Sold Prior<br/>Price: $3,000,000<br/> <br/>Discover one of South Australia's most treasured homes - a home steeped in history and one which has played host to some notable guests over the years. <br/><br/>The Homestead was built over a period of time, originally in 1853 by David Wallace who immigrated from Scotland, with extensions undertaken in 1870, 1920, 1960 and most recently with a new bathroom wing in 2008. The single storey Homestead is built of locally sourced Hindmarsh Island limestone, with an iron roof and bullnose verandah. <br/> <br/>Towering 4.2m ceilings welcome you into the amazing entrance hallway, the formal rooms and bedrooms. The 15m long hallway provides a wonderfully exciting glimpse of what is to come! The formal sitting room is majestic (if only the walls could talk) high ceilings Baltic pine boards, sash windows, a beautiful bay window and the open fireplace with marble fire surround will delight. The formal dining room with dormer skylight has entertained many a guest! From the dining room you enter a beautiful "long room"/family dining and kitchen - this area has a great feel to it and is the heartbeat of the home. The fully serviced kitchen has double ovens, 900mm Smeg oven with gas cooktop and plenty of bench space. The seven bedrooms are similarly magnificent, yet individual and bear the names of past owners. <br/><br/>There are four bathrooms (two are ensuites), all of which are beautifully appointed. A large family room is found at the far end of the Homestead - exposed timber beams and a tiled floor, with French doors opening out onto the Tuscan inspired courtyard. <br/><br/>Handpicked timber was used to build some of the pergola which was sourced from Centennial Hall and the Port Adelaide wood sheds.<br/><br/>Walk through the courtyard to discover the salt water swimming pool. Other features of the homestead include elegant chandeliers throughout, open fires, combustion heating, heat banks, gas heating and a number of split system reverse cycle air-conditioners.<br/> <br/>The "Coach House" is a beautifully converted outbuilding adjacent to the Homestead. Built in the mid 1800's it was originally used as stables until being converted into what is today, a fully self-contained (very private) dwelling, comprising of a large single bedroom, bathroom with spa and very comfortable living room with pot belly stove. The kitchen has a gas cooking, with a feature rendered wall and matchboard ceiling. Other features include a reverse cycle split air-conditioner and a private verandah. There is a farm shed found behind the Coach House.<br/> <br/>The "Retreat" is a detached three bedroom residence found adjacent to the homestead and comes with a two-way bathroom, open plan kitchen/living/dining area and a separate living room. The third bedroom has an ensuite bathroom. The kitchen has an induction cooktop and dishwasher. Other features include a slow combustion heater, reverse cycle air conditioning, instant gas hot water and an undercover outdoor entertaining area. The back yard is enclosed providing a safe environment for young children and pets. The retreat has a single carport, with a double garage found at the back.<br/> <br/>Located close to the Riverport town of Goolwa and close to the banks of the mighty Murray River, you would be hard pressed to find a property like this, no matter how far and wide you may travel. Historic, beautiful, lovingly cared for and magnificently presented by the current owner. The time has now come to pass on the baton to the lucky new custodian - will it be you?